LeBron James is set to enter his 23rd NBA season after opting into his $52.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 40-year-old, a four-time MVP and the league’s all-time leading scorer, remains one of basketball’s best players and continues to show that he can compete at the highest level.

The Golden State Warriors have been linked to LeBron James on occasion over the last 18 months, but their interest in trying to trade for the Los Angeles

“As long as LeBron James’ future in Los Angeles remains uncertain, Golden State will undoubtedly be mentioned as a potential James suitor,” Fischer wrote.